What’s the best way to take your make-up off based on your laziness?

Most women feel great about their skin twice in the day, if not more. First, when they’re done with their skincare routine and make-up for the day, and second, when they take it all off and get through with their skincare routine for the night. If there’s one make-up rule you’ll follow, let it be this: if it goes on, it must go off before you sleep, whether that’s 24 hours later or two. With a host of textures and consistencies of make-up removers making their way into the market, how do you pick which you’d like? Based on where you stand on the lazy scale, of course (level 1 being the laziest). Take your pick.

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What to use: Wipes

Good old wipes. Buy a super-sized pack, make sure you shut it right to keep the moisture intact and place it on your bedside table so you’re able to wipe your face clean, literally, just before you hit the sack.

What to use: Micellar water

Another hack for those who really can’t be bothered washing their face at night, micellar water comes with tiny particles, micelles, which are cleansing agents also present in soaps. Douse your cotton ball with the water to get rid of all traces of make-up, without needing to wash up after.

What to use: Cleansing milk/baby oil

Cleansing milks and oils are a great option for those who’d like an extra shot of moisture and hydration as part of their cleansing routine. Besides being the best options for waterproof make-up, most of them come with soothing properties as well. No make-up and just enough skincare, all at once.

What to use: Dual-phase remover

The most common kind, you’ll spot dual-phase make-up removers (a mix of oil and water) on every second person’s shelf. The oil gets rid of all your stubborn make-up and the water leaves your skin feeling clean. Follow it up with a quick face rinse and night cream for best results.

What to use: Cleansing balm

The most luxurious of them all, cleansing balms are a grown-up version of petroleum jelly. Massage the balm into your face like a moisturiser and watch your make-up melt away. Most balms turn to foam when they come in contact with water, which makes rinsing it off super easy. Best for beauty buffs.